Mathematics

Tailor your degree to your interests and develop your research skills with our MMath Mathematics course. Gain the fundamental knowledge that every mathematician needs for a successful career and complete a major research project in your final year.

This four-year MMath Mathematics course will give you the skills, knowledge and research experience you’ll need for a successful career.

Tackle some of the most intriguing maths problems, and gain experience of solving real-world problems in a logical and analytical way.

In your first year you’ll focus on fundamental mathematical concepts. You’ll cover essential topics such as calculus, algebra, modelling and data science. You’ll hone your problem solving abilities, develop programming skills using Python and R, and learn to present your work as a professional mathematician using LaTeX.

In your second year you’ll develop your skill set further. In addition to core modules, you’ll have the chance to study a range of optional modules. You’ll get to explore the topics that are important to you, whether that’s differential equations, the mechanics of motion in fluids and solids, statistical modelling or computer simulations.

The third and fourth years of your degree are yours to shape from more in-depth optional modules such as medical statistics, game theory, and codes and cryptography. You’ll be able to tailor your degree to your interests and career goals, equipping yourself with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.

In your fourth year, you’ll gain valuable independent research experience by working on a research project. You’ll spend a large part of your final year investigating a real-world or pure maths problem of your choice, alongside an active researcher who is an expert in your chosen area. You’ll develop valuable project planning, problem solving and software skills. You’ll also learn how to present mathematics, statistics and other technical information, and gain experience communicating your findings verbally and in writing.

Why study this course?
- Top 20 in the UK for mathematics: The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

- Build connections and a career: Opt to spend a full year on a work placement. Our students have secured placements with a range of organisations, including Intel, the Met Office, HSBC, Deloitte, Morgan Stanley, and the Civil Service.

- Summer research placements: Gain research experience through the Sheffield Undergraduate Research Experience or Undergraduate Research Internship schemes.